Women do better in maths after criticising stereotype

SYDNEY – Women did better in a maths exam after they discussed why the stereotype about not performing as well as their male counterparts was not true, research shows.

But women who discussed why the stereotype might be true did not perform as well as males.
Laura Smith, psychologist from University of Queensland Business …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Women do better in maths after criticising stereotype.

Orissa inks deals for industrial training centres

BHUBANESWAR – The Orissa government Friday signed agreements with at least 13 companies for setting up industrial training centres in the state, an official said.

Technical Education and Training Director Anil Samal signed the pacts at the state secretariat here with the representatives of the companies in the presence Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and Industries Minister …. Read the original article  : Orissa inks deals for industrial training centres.

Academic activities stalled in Visva Bharati

KOLKATA – Work came to a halt Thursday in Visva Bharati, founded by Rabindranath Tagore, following an indefinite strike called by its students union protesting against a sudden hike in tuition fees.

The students, under the banner of the Trinamool Congress Chatra Parishad (TMCCP), demonstrated in front of the university office preventing the officials from entering …. Read the original article  : Academic activities stalled in Visva Bharati.

Tennessee’s financial literacy program to teach students, parents about college savings

Financial literacy a priority in Tenn., nationally

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – A new program geared to teach Tennessee’s students and their parents how to save money for college is part of a growing national emphasis on financial literacy education.
The Tennessee Financial Literacy Commission will help students save for college and educate their parents about the financial challenges. …. Original source  : Tennessee’s financial literacy program to teach students, parents about college savings.

Indian professor chosen for prestigious mathematics prize

NEW DELHI – Radha Charan Gupta has been selected for the prestigious Kenneth O. May Prize for the History of Mathematics for his contribution to the subject, officials said Thursday.

Gupta, a retired mathematics professor, is the first Indian to receive the award. The award will be conferred upon Gupta at the International Congress of … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Indian professor chosen for prestigious mathematics prize.

Cabinet nod for bill to revive Nalanda University

NEW DELHI – The cabinet Thursday cleared a bill that aims to revive the ancient Nalanda University in Bihar as a global centre of learning.

Pegged as a symbol of global cooperation in education, the Nalanda University, proposed to be set up in Bihar near the same site where an ancient university flourished centuries …. Original source  : Cabinet nod for bill to revive Nalanda University.

Madhya Pradesh to get more tribal schools

NEW DELHI – The central government has approved six new residential schools for tribals in Madhya Pradesh, officials said Thursday.

According to officials from the tribal affairs ministry, the allocation for starting the Eklavya Adarsh Awasiya schools has been increased to Rs.12 crore from Rs.2.5 crore.
Madhya Pradesh has the largest tribal population in India. … Read : Madhya Pradesh to get more tribal schools.

New northeast students stare at prejudice in Delhi

NEW DELHI – Thousands of northeastern students join Delhi University every year. But the joy of securing admission is often cut short by the difficulties they face in the Indian capital, be it racial discrimination, the language barrier, sexual harassment or trouble in finding accommodation.

The varsity is set to open July 15. But the first …. Original article  : New northeast students stare at prejudice in Delhi.

New complaint alleges Ohio psychologist had role in Guantanamo detainee abuse

Ohio psychologist faces Guantanamo abuse claim

COLUMBUS, Ohio – An Ohio psychologist now working as a college dean helped perpetrate abuse of detainees during his time at Guantanamo Bay, according to a complaint filed Wednesday with the state psychology board.
The complaint by a Toledo psychologist and others alleges that retired Army Col. Larry James observed abusive … Read more >>>.

IIT student dies at psychiatric centre

LUCKNOW – A student of the premier Indian Institute of Technology-Kanpur (IIT-K), who was being treated for mental illness, died Wednesday at a private medical centre in Kanpur, an official said.

Rakesh Kumar Thakur, 22, who was pursuing his M.Tech mechanical engineering from IIT-K, died at the Mahendru Psychiatric Centre in Sarvodaya Nagar.
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Editorial Roundup: Excerpts From Recent Editorials in Newspapers in the US and Abroad

Editorial Roundup: Excerpts From Recent Editorials
Excerpts from recent editorials in newspapers in the United States and abroad:
July 5
New York Times on China, the sweatshop:
The labor strife spreading through China’s factory cities has clearly frazzled the government. Last month, it deployed Prime Minister Wen Jiabao, aka “Grandpa Wen,” who told laborers at a Beijing …. Original source  : Editorial Roundup: Excerpts From Recent Editorials in Newspapers in the US and Abroad.

IGNOU to start textile courses

NEW DELHI – In a bid to meet the demand for tailor-made courses in the textile industry, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will soon offer specialised degree courses as well as short-term programmes in the field.

IGNOU Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Textile Management, Coimbatore, for developing these specialised …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : IGNOU to start textile courses.

Kagan set $476 million record as Harvard Law dean, fundraising that could pose unique conflict

Kagan: Harvard Law’s $476 million dean
WASHINGTON – One talent Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan displayed in her career climb could create unique ethics questions for her as a justice: the ability to persuade Harvard Law School alumni and other wealthy donors to give hundreds of millions of dollars, more than meeting a … Read more : Kagan set $476 million record as Harvard Law dean, fundraising that could pose unique conflict.

Delhi can have its Open University: Sibal

NEW DELHI – Delhi is free to set up its own Open University.
Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Kapil Sibal stated this to Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit at a meeting also attended by Delhi Education Minister Arvinder Singh Lovely.

Dikshit had expressed concern about the fate of children who scored less than 40 percent marks …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Delhi can have its Open University: Sibal.

PETA urges medical colleges to end animal use

NEW DELHI – The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Wednesday urged five prominent medical colleges in Delhi to end use of animals in medical training.

The PETA has sent letters to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Maulana Azad Medical College, Lady Hardinge Medical College, University College of Medical Sciences and Vardhman …. Source  : PETA urges medical colleges to end animal use.

Sibal assures help to expand education in Delhi

NEW DELHI – Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Kapil Sibal Wednesday promised all help to the Delhi government in expanding higher, technical and vocational education in the capital.

In a meeting with Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, Sibal expressed concern over the shortage of teachers in the city, a government official said.
But the city’s initiatives …. Source  : Sibal assures help to expand education in Delhi.

Mumbai University gets new vice chancellor

MUMBAI – Rajan M. Welukar, an educationist with 25 years of experience in the field, has been appointed the new vice chancellor (VC) of Mumbai University, it was announced here Wednesday.

Maharashtra Governer K. Sankaranarayanan made the appointment in his capacity as the chancellor of the universities in the state.
Welukar holds a masters degree and … Read : Mumbai University gets new vice chancellor.

As Harvard Law dean, Kagan solicited millions from donors as school’s fundraiser in chief

At Harvard Law, Kagan was fundraiser in chief
WASHINGTON – One talent Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan displayed in her career climb could create unique ethics questions for her as a justice: the ability to persuade Harvard Law School alumni and other wealthy donors to give hundreds of millions of dollars, more than meeting …. Original source  : As Harvard Law dean, Kagan solicited millions from donors as school’s fundraiser in chief.

Aziz Premji Foundation And Its Mission

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- There are a few business men in India who concentrate on other things than making their business revenues skyrocket and take on rival companies. Wipro Chairman Aziz Premzi is one such entrepreneur who with his philanthropic approach wants to contribute to the growth ad betterment of the country in his … Original article on : Aziz Premji Foundation And Its Mission.

UC president responds to critical letter by Jewish groups about anti-Semitic acts on campuses

UC president responds to Jewish groups’ letter

BERKELEY, Calif. – University of California President Mark Yudof is responding to a critical letter written by a dozen Jewish and pro-Israel groups about anti-Semitism on UC campuses.
The letter, also supported by 700 UC students who signed an online petition, said the university’s response to recent anti-Semitic acts on …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : UC president responds to critical letter by Jewish groups about anti-Semitic acts on campuses.